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Freightliner or Kenworth?

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by adomako69, Oct 15, 2012.

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  1. Oct 15, 2012 #1
    adomako69

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    Hey everyone I'm a newbie just finished my training with super service, tomorrow I am testing out and getting my first truck. Our company has 06-07 Freightliner Columbias and Kenworth T-2000s that they give to us new guys. I was just wondering, if I am given a choice, which would be a better first truck for me? I know the kenworths have cat engines and I'm pretty sure the freightliners have detroits in them..any input would be appreciated. By the way, so far I absolutely love trucking, I know alot of young guys aren't cut out for this lifestyle, but I feel I was born to do this job :) everyone stay safe and thanks
     
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  3. Oct 15, 2012 #2
    MNdriver

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    get the Freightliner. But then again, I bought one too.
     
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  4. Oct 15, 2012 #3
    Joker85

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    Def KW or Petes. Best 2 on the road IMO.
     
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  5. Oct 15, 2012 #4
    Truckinchic

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    My Kenworth.
    Ive had Peterbilts, two in the past before switching over to the Kenworth..Both are good trucks. 223108_200427266681238_4444863_n.jpg
     
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  7. Oct 15, 2012 #5
    albhb3

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    dont listen to this guy hes a bears fan and since the begining of time bears fans have been wrong
     
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  8. Oct 15, 2012 #6
    FozzyNOK

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    If you get paid a fuel bonus.. get the Detroit!!
     
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  9. Oct 15, 2012 #7
    AfterShock

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    Accept neither of those you've listed.
    Hold out for a Marmon., or a Western Star.
     
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  10. Oct 15, 2012 #8
    AfterShock

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    By chance, are you the same "Fozzy" who used to post in Layover Lounge?
     
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  11. Oct 15, 2012 #9
    sdaniel

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    The T2000 were the worst any manufacturer has made! Take the freightliner.
     
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  12. Oct 15, 2012 #10
    Flip Flops

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    flip a coin they are both fleet dogs... :(
     
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